1286 3rd St   NW, Backus, MN 56435
OFF MARKET

1286 3rd St NW
Backus, MN 56435

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,552 sqft (on 13.37 acres)

$707,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 19, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,030/mo*

$707,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 19, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,030/mo*
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,552 sqft
(on 13.37 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$707K
Since last month
Increased$3K (+0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$57K (+9%)
Since last sale
Increased$24K (+3.5%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +824% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$694K
July 2026$691K
June 2026$683K
May 2026$673K
April 2026$662K
March 2026$629K
February 2026$626K
January 2026$599K
2025
2024
2023
2021
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.62
Single-Family Home
$599,900
07/27/26
2
1
1,024
0.62
Single-Family Home
$565,000
06/24/26
3
1.5
1,841
0.97
Single-Family Home
$355,000
12/01/25
2
2
1,800
1.30
Single-Family Home
$200,000
06/17/26
1
2
1,092
1.80
Single-Family Home
$800,000
10/15/25
2
1
1,920
1.64
Single-Family Home
$205,000
08/20/25
2
1
768
1.93
Single-Family Home
$755,000
08/29/25
3
2
2,704
1.96
Single-Family Home
$45,000
03/16/26
1
1
1,340
2.02
Single-Family Home
$200,000
09/15/25
2
1
1,144
2.28
Single-Family Home
$420,000
09/26/25
3
1.5
974

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.25
$654,900
3
2.5
2,352
Off Market
0.49
$794,800
3
2
2,024
Off Market
0.62
$599,900
2
1
1,024
Recently Sold
0.62
$565,000
3
1.5
1,841
Recently Sold
0.78
$199,900
-
-
-
For Sale
0.86
$733,300
4
3
2,807
Off Market
0.87
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.97
$355,000
2
2
1,800
Recently Sold
1.18
$290,100
3
1.5
1,056
Off Market
1.36
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1.50
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1.53
-
-
-
-
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1286 3rd St NW.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1983
Lot Size
13.37 acres
Living Area
1,552 sqft
Price/Sqft
$456

About this House

PRIVACY AND SECLUSION ON THE EAST SHORE OF LAKE ADA. 191' of Level Excellent Sand Lakeshore and 13+ Acres. The Driveway Meanders Through Level Heavily Treed Acreage to the Lake Home with a Sunset View of Lake Ada. The Grounds are Landscaped. This 1552 sq ft Cedar Sided Lake Home with 3BR/1BA, a Detached, Insulated 3 Car Garage and Shop, Plus a 4 Car Pole Shed with Concrete Floor. Home Boasts a Loft Bedroom, Vaulted Beamed and T&G Ceiling in Great Rroom. Hickory Hardwood Floor, Stone Fireplace and a Wonderful 3 Season Porch. In Addition You'll find a Corian Counter in the Bathroom and Skylights. Ceiling Fans Adorn the Ceiling. Swim, Fish, Boat or Just Kick Back and Relax and Watch the Sunset from Your Deck or 3 Season Porch. This is a One of a Kind Property. 13+ acres. Privacy, 191' of Lakeshore and a Traditional Lake Home Awaits you on on the Shore of Lake Ada.
1286 3rd St NW, Backus, MN 56435 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,552 sqft single-family home built in 1983. It last sold for $670,000 on Jul 26, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $707,200, with a rent estimate of $1,557/month.

Home Details for 1286 3rd St NW

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1983
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 13.37 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 26, 2021
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5762116
Sold
$670,000
Jun 1, 2021
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5762116
Pending
$650,000
May 27, 2021
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5762116
Listed For Sale
$650,000
Mar 29, 2010
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #1582166
Sold
$549,000
Jul 19, 2009
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$619,000

Market trends in Pine River

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
Sale-to-List Price
Price per sq ft
Available listings
24
1
MoM

What Locals Say about Pine River

At least 3 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 100 % Say it's quiet

  • 100 % Say car is needed

  • 100 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say there's wildlife

  • 73 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 67 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 67 % Say there are community events

  • 67 % Say parking is easy

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 33 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 33 % Say streets are well-lit

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  • Lori H.
    "it is a tourist town..so busy during summer months but the sidewalks roll up in winter months..of course there is snowmobiling and ice raced which is fun."

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Frequently asked questions about 1286 3rd St NW

  • What is 1286 3rd St NW estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1286 3rd St NW in Backus, MN is $707,200.
  • What is the price history for 1286 3rd St NW?
    1286 3rd St NW in Backus, MN last sold for $670,000 in July 2021.
  • Is Backus a buyer's or seller's market?
    Backus is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What are the closest schools to 1286 3rd St NW?
    The closest schools to 1286 3rd St NW in Backus, MN are Pine River-Backus Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 4/10), Pine River-Backus High School (Middle, rated 5/10).
  • How big is the lot at 1286 3rd St NW?
    The lot at 1286 3rd St NW in Backus, MN is about 13.4 acres.

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